I have a confession to make…

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

The Fury and this 72 will likely both head to Carlisle, but hopefully the Fury will find a new owner.

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

Leaving Saturday morning to go get the Imperial.

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

The car made it back 540 miles on its own!

 

[Marv]

The car made it back 540 miles on its own!

that is great to hear. Congrats to your obviously ( after 540miles without break down ) great purchase!! i´m waiting for pictures... Was there a lot of salt on the road ?

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

Her she is, we’ll call her Penny.

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

1 of 2 build sheets found in the car.

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

Everything works except the clock and the original radio. The autotemp needs work, not shocking at all.

 

[Boydsdodge]

Everything works except the clock and the original radio. The autotemp needs work, not shocking at all.

View attachment 640235

Looks really nice.

 

[SPF Required]

Great looking car. Congratulations!

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

Great looking car. Congratulations!

It is, thanks. It needs work but what Imperial doesn’t?

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

A new ICU and a Mopar voltage regulator are on the way from Mancini Racing. Plans include looking for the correct alternator, and detailing the engine compartment.

The trunk is the worst part of the car with all the dress-up panels damaged and the carpet being totally gone. I have an interior guy who may be able to make a new trunk carpet for me.

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

I got the alternator replaced, new ICU and a new voltage regulator. The old ICU had the epoxy melted out, as usual.

The car went out to lunch and it was a 48 mile round trip. It did really well.

 

[straightjob]

I think I may have a sickness. I went and did it again. I could not resist. So here is a sneak peak at what is to come…

The decoded fender tag of what I bought.

E85	440 CID 4bbl V8 - 225hp
D32	HD A-727 TorqueFlite Trans
YM43	Y = Imperial / LeBaron M = Medium 43 = 4 Door Hardtop
T2C	T = 440 CID 4bbl V8 2 = 1972 C = Jefferson Avenue, MI, USA
241559	Sequence Number '241559'
HT8	Paint Code: Chestnut Poly
RLXW	Trim Grade/Style/Color R = R Class L = Leather 50/50 Split Bench Seat XW = Black and White
EW1	Upper Door Frame: Spinnaker White
315	Scheduled Production Date: Wednesday March 15th, 1972
264526	Order Number: 264526
V1W	Roof Type OR Color: Full Vinyl Top - White
H54	Dual AutoTemp II A/C
R48	Power Antenna
L31	Fender Mounted Turn Signals
L35	Cornering Lamps
M45	Fender Skirts
P33	Power Vent Windows
P41	Power Door Locks
S61	Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
N23	Electronic Ignition 72 only
V5T	Body side Molding - Tan Insert
G11	Tinted Glass - All
P45	Power Deck Lid Release
R32	Dual Rear Speakers

I feel your pain …Not!!! I have the same affliction go for it!!! What else is there in life ! Be Happy

 

[sixpkrt]

Nice score on your 72 Imperial.
Check this link I posted a while back when I did the trunk carpet in my 69 Imperial.


69 Imperial trunk carpeting

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

I will be installing some x-mat on the trunk floor as well. It is a glaring flaw when driving the car. It is quiet inside, except for the road noise coming through the unfinished trunk.

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

2 1972 Imperials, a 1973 Imperial, and a 1972 Valiant. The 1973 Fury is still around, but I am working on it at my dealership on the weekends.

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

The correct red top battery has been ordered. I will also be replacing the hold down, and the terminal clamp hardware.

 

[Marv]

I see your AutoTempII servo has been upgraded already with the aluminum bottom. Does the ac work?

What does the 2nd vacuum canister on the passenger side wheel well do? My car only has one there

 

[The_Eagles’_Nest]

I see your AutoTempII servo has been upgraded already with the aluminum bottom. Does the ac work?

What does the 2nd vacuum canister on the passenger side wheel well do? My car only has one there

No it does not work. The blower has been rigged to a toggle switch. There is no temperature control at the moment either.

It must have something to do with dual A/C, I have not had a chance to really dive deep into repairs yet. It is too cold to spend much time outside.

 

[Marv]

No it does not work. The blower has been rigged to a toggle switch. There is no temperature control at the moment either.

same with mine. I can only chose between desert heat storm or nothing at all ..